surdophobia
Surdophobia is the fear of deaf people, often considered a satellite phobia of surdocaecophobia which is the fear of deaf individuals or of being deaf.
Fear of deaf people (satellite of surdocaecophobia) &
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Encountering deaf individuals
Hearing or witnessing sign language communication
coping strategies
Education about deaf culture and communication
Therapeutic techniques to manage anxiety
Gradual exposure to deaf community
risk factors
- • Negative past experiences involving deaf individuals
- • Lack of exposure to deaf culture and communication methods
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Limited historical context available specific to surdophobia
related phobias
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